This course introduces students to basic concepts, ideas, and debates that are central to the study of world politics. Knowledge of the theories of international relations and how those theories might be applied are important assets for all students at the college level in this globalized era. The semester will be divided into two parts. Part One will cover international security; identifying political theories; the international
system; foreign policy; international conflict; military force and terrorism; and international organization, law, and human rights. Part Two will cover international political economy, considering international trade, money and business, international integration, environment and population, the North-South gap,
and international development.
Frequency
Fall
Spring